Italian Estates: Ardor Urano Fantasy Giant Dublin Sitter (DR) (2005) Tobacco Pipe

"Fantasy" certainly was a good name choice for this line, and in particular this piece, as the pipe's delightfully whimsical nature is bestowed by its elegantly pointed, Skater-esque heel. The feature is rare to see, and also one that is difficult to alter without the execution falling flat on its face. The Roveras, being the master craftsmen that they are, have achieved success where many have failed, granting the heel a concavity and softly upturning "toe". And, as massive as it really is, this "Giant" never appears too heavy or sluggish when sat; on the contrary, it reclines and postures its form with poise, as it should.

-Seth Ellison